Food the greatest problem of the war in Europe
The article argues that food shortages overshadow other war concerns as economy and diplomacy dominate. It notes Nazi Germany’s austere diet, Allied restrictions in England and France, and fears of cutting essential supplies. Experts largely favor Britain and France if the war endures. Germany hopes for a quick blitzkrieg.
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Europe
Nazi Germany
England
Hias
France
U. S
Britain
Kennedy
Hitler
Germany
Yankee Thrift Turns the Tide in Connecticut Labor Debate
The editorial argues private enterprise remains strong despite political attacks and high taxation. It cites Connecticut as proof that ongoing labor oppression harms private industry, and contends unemployment would drop if private enterprise is protected and opportunity expands nationwide.
Vernon Charge Easter Services and Egg Hunt Plans
Rev. R f W Linder will preach at Mound Chapel Easter Sunday morning. The evening service moves to Arnold Chapel. A Sunrise Service is planned at Vernon Church at 6 00 o'clock. An Easter egg hunt follows in the Vernon community with all children invited. Each family should color one dozen eggs and bring them to the church by 12 15.
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R.fw. Linder
Mound Chapel
Ajrnold Chapel
Vernon Church
Vernon
Edist
Blaming the Other Fellow for Bank Idle Money
The article argues that idle bank funds stem from depositors choices, not bankers. It stresses depositor confidence governs investment, warns against government hostility to business, and calls for venture capital to fuel productive industry while noting billions sit idle until profits seem fair.
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America
R. C. Leffingwell
Himelf
Ndant
Sime
Sileidete Aacke
Fire prevention tour can uncover hidden hazards
Destructive fires thrive where dis order and clutter exist. Workshop and home alike show risks from waste rags varnish oil and improper electrical work. A thorough inspection today could reveal unseen dangers and prevent costly losses.
Annual Cemetery Officers Election At Pa toka Library
All who are interested in the Pa toka cemetery are invited to a meeting at the library on Saturday night March 23 at 7 30. This is the biennial election of officers. Rose Mbojonnier President of Cemetery Association.
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Patoka
Rose Mbojonnier
Pres
Cemetery Associaton
Illinois Central promotes soy bean exhibit train
The Illinois Central sponsors an exhibition train during the third week of March to showcase soy bean farming and balanced agriculture. Starting March 19 from Freeport the train will stop at 52 Illinois Central stations including Champaign Centralia Delatur Springfield Carbondale and Bloomington.
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Ilinois
Illinois Central System
J. L. Beven
Freeport
Ilinois Central
Bicor
Bloomington
Champaign
Centralia
Delatur
Springfield
Carbondale
Anna
North Cairo
Illinois
United States
Henry J. Schwietert
Illinois Central
Sew-No-More Club Hosts Evening Social
Mrs. Paul Logan was hostess to the Sew-No-More club last Thursday night. Sewing conversation and delicious refreshments filled the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Logan
Jett Boy Wayne Succumbs to Pneumonia
Wayne Jett nine year old son of Mr and Mrs Cecil Jett died after pneumonia on March 19 1940 Funeral services set for March 11 at Fredonia Church Rev Atchison officiating burial in Fredonia cemetery Also note E E McHanly shopping in Patoka Friday
Easter Sunrise Service Planned by City Churches
The annual Easter Sunrise Service will be held at 5 30 am at the Methodist Church with participation from The Churches of the city and the Christian and Baptist churches. Hymn Cristo Arose led by Mr Field prayers by Rev M D Ballance scripture read by Rev S M Spurgeon musical numbers by churches short sermon by Rev Birch and closing hymn He Lives No 286 followed by benediction by Rev Birch.
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Eaen
Christ
Mr. Pield
M.D. Ballance
The
Christian Church
M. Spurgeon
the Baptist Church
Rev. Birch
Methodist Church
Florence Cain
Virginia Martin
Paul Logan
James Quayle
C. M. Miller
Birch
Methodist Church Sunday Attendance and Hostess Report
The Sunday School drew 107 attendees with a 6.95 dollar offering while the morning service saw Rev. M D Ballance preach in the pastor’s absence and the evening service counted 116. Evelyn Easton led as top hostess with 33 guests at the evening, the host and hostess plan continues through the month with special units in each service. A Good Friday service will feature the Seven Last Words of Christ on the Cross and communion. Readings urge Patom residents to attend. An eggs donation for Alton Illinois hospital is requested. March 24 schedule includes Sunrise Prayer 6:30, Sunday School 9:30, Morning 10:45, Young People 6:00, Evening 7:00 with host plan. On March 10 there were 110 in Sunday School and 121 in evening service led by Miss Evelyn Easton with 23 guests. One Ladies Aid quilting day was held at Mrs Jesse Belcher’s home. Delegates, including Mrs Lulu Troyer, Mrs J W Alexander and Mrs Mae Simcox, attended the Centralia District Woman’s meeting in Centralia First Methodist Church. 9 delegates were elected for an April 4 Salem conference.
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M. D. Ballance
Island Chapel
Evelyn Easton
Christ
Patom
Burely
Alton
Ilinois
Ladies Aid
Jesse Belcher
Lulu Troyer
J. W. Alexander
Mae Simcox
Centralia
Worman
Centrale First Methodist Church
Salem
Christian Church Sunday Schedule and mentions
Sunday School at 9 30 Communion at 10890 Preaching at 11 Sunday night 7 15 March 10 Sunday School attendance 80 offering 4 64 March 17 services 9 30 Sun Day School 10 30 Communion Prayer meeting Tuesday 7 00 pm Miss Lucile and Jay Mae Nicols at dinner with Mr and Mrs Eli Green
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Lucile
Jay
Mae Nic Ols
Mre
Eli Green
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